MAYRHOFEN, AUSTRIA
Ski Holidays in Mayrhofen, Austria
Set in the beautiful Ziller Valley, Mayrhofen has long earned its place as one of the world's top ski and snowboard resorts, set amid the vast Zillertal area. Wintersports enthusiasts can enjoy an incredible 600 km and the nearby Hintertux glacier included on the whole area lift pass and connected with a free bus. There has been a real improvement on the lifts over the last few years meaning queues are less likely, including the new 3S Penkenbahn (opened Dec 2015) which has doubled capacity up the mountain.
Have a look at our top reasons to visit Mayrhofen to get a better idea of just how great a resort it is.
Resort Statistics

Level | Rating | Runs |
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Beginners | 43 | |
Intermediates | 75 | |
Advanced | 15 | |
Snowboarders | ||
Total Runs | 133 |
- Off piste
- Groups
Resort Altitude | 630m |
Highest Lift | 3250m |
Total Piste | 600km |
Longest Run | 6km |
Directions of Slopes | N, S, E, W |
Uphill Capacity | 62250 |
Total Lifts | 52 |
Gondolas/Cable cars | 8 |
Chairlifts | 27 |
Drag Lifts | 17 |
Snow Parks | 1 |
Skiing in Mayrhofen
The ski area is large, varied and high. The terrain offers a good mix of cruisers and steeps and is well laid out for beginner skiers around the mid station of the Finkenberg. For advanced skiers there is the Harakiri piste, the steepest groomed slope in Austria, as well as some impressive off piste ski terrain. On the otherside of the valley is the Ahorn ski area which offer ski terrain best suited to beginners. There is now a new cable car to the Ahorn area and the fast gondola up to the Penken, the ski region is connected up to the Finkenberg, Rastkogel and Eggalm ski areas, belonging to the extensive Zillertal ski area.
The Mayrhofen ski area is impressive, one of the best in Austria and is backed up by the nearby Hintertux glacier which offers year round skiing and a snow guarantee for early or late ski holidays in Mayrhofen. For the more adventurous skier there are 22km of black runs including the steepest run in Austria, the infamous Hara Kiri with a 78% gradient. Freestyle enthusiasts will love the Vans Penken Park which is considered to be one of the best snowparks in the Alps.
Have a read of our beginner's guide to skiing in Mayrhofen for all the key details.
Is Mayrhofen good for group skiing?
It’s a top choice for groups, thanks to its large number of beginner and intermediate slopes - 44km of blue and 66km of red. If the focus is very much on advanced skiing though, there are better options.
Mayrhofen is one of the best après-ski resorts in Europe, with all of its venues easily accessible for beginner skiers (most are back in town) - perfect for a group looking for lively socials.
There are also lots of nice restaurants and cafes, while you could visit the pool and wellness centre, enjoy mini golf, or take a trip to the local dairy farm!
As one of Austria’s major ski resorts, there’s a variety of accommodation options to suit all budgets and preferences - including within your group. The Sport and Spa Hotel Strass is a popular option for groups, with its very central location (literally next door to the main gondola), various pools and saunas among its highlights.
Snow conditions in Mayrhofen
Around 80% of Mayrhofens slopes are covered in snow making facilities which supports the natural snowfall for more guaranteed skiing throughout most of the season.
Après-ski, restaurants and other activities in Mayrhofen
Decidedly lively with numerous bars and clubs open until the small hours. Top bars include Bruck n Stadl, Ice Bar, Scotland Yard Pub, Strass Sports Lounge and Harakiri. And don't forget the legendary end of season party, Snowbombing. The White Lounge igloo bar is located on the Ahorn mountain is a must see, step inside the igloo to view the stunning ice sculptures or bask outside in the sunshine on a deckchair.
We've written a whole guide on Mayrhofen's après and nightlife scene with all the key details.
The Mayrhofen advent season runs from 16th-18th December and features a traditional Christmas market and tonnes of pretty decorations. It is fantastic for families and children will love the petting zoo.
Other activities include:
- Skidooing
- Snow tubing
- Paragliding
- Tobogganing
- Ice skating
- Sleigh rides
- Snow shoe walking
- Bobsleigh trip (to Igls, near Innsbruck)
- Horse riding
- Bowling
- Squash
- Indoor tennis
- Adventure pool centre
Eating out on ski holidays in Mayrhofen:
- Grill Kuchl
- Landenhof
- Corso
- Zum Griena
- Papageno
- Tiroler Stube
- Mama Mia's
- Mo's Bar & Grill
- Café Tirol
- Café Traude
- Ciaos
- Mann's pizzeria
Mayrhofen Hotels
With our excellent, centrally-located Mayrhofen hotels, you'll be able to pick up wonderful accommodation whether looking for luxury or on a budget.
Transfer time in Mayrhofen
Munich, Innsbruck and Salzburg are the three closest airports to Mayrhofen by either driving or bus transfer.
- Innsbruck Airport to Mayrhofen (INN) – 1 hour 45
- Salzburg Airport to Mayrhofen (SZG) – 2 hours
- Munich to Mayrhofen (MUC) – 2 hours 30 minutes
Mayrhofen SKI PASS PRICES
The prices for the Mayrhofen Zillertaler Superskipass lift pass, for the Winter 24/25 ski season can be found below.
Number of days | Adult price | Child price | Senior price |
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6 | €375.00 | €169.00 | |
4 | €282.50 | €127.00 | |
3 | €223.00 | €100.50 |
Prices are normally based on a full area lift pass and child ages vary by resort. The above are guides, so please call one of the Iglu team for prices for your holiday.
Mayrhofen Reviews
My second family ski holiday in consecutive years in Mayrhofen only this time we went half board in a fantastic hotel! It was a last minute booking and the way we were looked after was amazing! Thanks very much
Apres-Ski
5/5
Marc Aldrich
Visited Mayrhofen at Easter and must say it was a fab holiday, excellent snow and the Snowbombing festival gave the whole resort a great atmosphere. Looking forward to many more ski holidays with Iglu Ski as they are always spot on!!!
Apres-Ski
5/5
Sarah